• The third day sees the semi finalists qualify after an intense day of decisive matchups

• Obrun2002, PHzin, ManuBachoore and Mark11 qualify for the semi finals

• The semi finals and finals will take place on 19 July

On 18 July, arguably the tournament's most intense day, the Round of 16 and quarter-finals of the FIFAe World Cup 2023™ unfolded. The day proved to be thrilling for players and viewers alike, with many two-legged matches featuring comebacks, penalty shootouts, and last-minute victories.

Some notable departures from the competition included Vejrgang, a favorite and highly-regarded player, who faced a tight matchup against Obrun2002 in the quarter-finals. Other fan-favorites like AboMakkah and Tekkz bid farewell to the tournament during the Round of 16. On the other hand, big names like Yilmaz and RvPLegend10 fought fiercely but couldn't secure enough advantage over their opponents to advance.

However, this farewell marks a significant moment for the FIFAe World Cup's legacy, as some participants stand on the verge of making history. PHzin could become the first Brazilian to win the tournament since 2008, Mark11 the first Australian, and Obrun2002 the first Italian to lift the prestigious trophy.

Highlights

• Montaxer surprised everyone by challenging Jonny, the Group C leader during both days of the Group Stage, in an impressive comeback from the bottom of the group stage, eventually defeating Jonny in a penalty shootout.

• Tuga810 showed resilience by making a comeback in the second half of the first leg against RvPLegend10, resulting in a tight match that ended with RvPLegend10 securing the winning goal in extra time in the Round of 16.

• ManuBachoore displayed incredible performance, scoring 10 goals against fan favorite AboMakkah in the Round of 16, earning ManuBachoore the qualification.

• Obrun2002 secured a spot in the quarter finals with a last-minute goal in a tight match against BerkayLion in the Round of 16

• Vejrgang and DFernandes engaged in an intense quarter final match, ultimately won by the Danish player.

• Tekkz exited the competition after a tight match against PHzin, which the Brazilian ultimately won with an advantage of one goal

• Yilmaz and Mark11 had a remarkable matchup, with Yilmaz managing to match Mark11 in the second leg but ultimately losing due to a late goal by Mark11, making the Australian the first one to reach a FIFAe World Cup semi-final since 2011.

• The quarter finals were filled with exciting comebacks, providing thrilling moments for viewers and players, raising tensions and providing full-on display of talent and skills.

• Vejrgang and Obrun2002 engaged in a nail-biting quarter-final match, with Obrun2002 breaking the tie at the last moment, resulting in Vejrgang's elimination.

• ManuBachoore and RvPLegend10's match resulted in a total of 9 goals, with RvPLegend10 ultimately finishing with a one-goal disadvantage.

• ManuBachoore will face Obrun2002, while PHzin will take on Mark11 in the semi-finals.

Qualified players

• Obrun2002

• ManuBachoore

• PHzin

• Mark11

About the competition

The FIFAe World Cup 2023™ presented by Gamers8 is now one day away from deciding the FIFAe World Champion. Four players remain in the competition, but only one of them can be the Champion.

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